How much does a recreation worker make in Massachusetts?
$38,540a year
Median yearly pay for recreation workers in Massachusetts. That is $18.53 an hour or $3,212 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.53
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 11,280
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,910Median: $38,540Highest 10%: $50,090
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,910 | $15.82 | |
| 25th | $36,040 | $17.33 | |
| Median | $38,540 | $18.53 | |
| 75th | $45,010 | $21.64 | |
| 90th | $50,090 | $24.08 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Barnstable Town, MA | $39,430 |
| Boston, MA | $38,770 |
| Worcester, MA | $37,950 |
| Springfield, MA | $37,500 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $37,450 |
| Providence, RI | $36,320 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $36,280 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for recreation workers.
| 5. California | $39,780 |
| 6. Oregon | $39,610 |
| 7. Colorado | $38,820 |
| 8. Massachusetts | $38,540 |
| 9. New York | $38,040 |
| 10. Alaska | $37,510 |
| 11. Minnesota | $37,510 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a recreation worker make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $18.53 ($38,540 a year).
Do recreation workers make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $38,540 against $36,560 nationally, 5% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for recreation worker pay?
Massachusetts ranks 8 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays recreation workers the most?
Barnstable Town, MA, with a median of $39,430 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.